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Cloud SCM Lowers Capital Costs And Reduces IT Dependence

One-third of companies are already using the cloud for Supply Chain Management (SCM). Learn why logistics professionals are using or considering cloud-based applications, including:

56% say the decision is driven by the software’s easier and faster attributes relative to other software;51% say they’re attracted to the cloud’s lower total cost of ownership opportunity; and25% say they are concerned about their own lack of IT expertise.

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5 Best Practices For A Successful Retail Data Strategy

Analytics departments must develop new skills to drive business engagement such as storytelling, scenario building and rapid prototyping to communicate the business relevance of their insights, according to Gartner.

Five ways to improve business-wide analytics, include:

Employ Rapid Prototyping;

Create a Unified Data Language;

Tap Data Blending to Create a Unified Language;

Use Experience to Drive Collaborative Learning; and

Incorporate Storytelling and Visual Analysis.

Download this iPaper to find out how successful retailers are turning to self-service analytics.

How Visibility, Transparency And Flexibility Help Retailers Meet Delivery Expectations

Did you know that 42% of shoppers do not trust that their package will arrive on time? The pressure is on to cater to customer demands and deliver seamless fulfillment options. Yet, many retailers have made little progress in collaborating with their suppliers.

Get ahead of the competition and learn how to create an efficient supplier network today with help from this guide.